Kid’s Kayaks

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Suggested Retail Pricing For
24 May 2018!

Kid’s Kayaks

Simply put, a kid’s kayak is a boat that is designed to properly fit a child. This means lower volume, a narrower cockpit for that controlled “one-with-boat” fit, and shorter length so the youngster can easily manage their kayak. On the contrary to popular belief, a boat that is wide with an open cockpitdoes not provideincreased stability or safety.

Without a proper fit, the paddler will slop from side-to-side which in turn throws off their stability and lowers the degree of control over that boat. Furthermore, in a wide kayak one is forced to lean over the sides in order to get that paddle in the water without knocking their knuckles on the side of the boat – this also leads to decreased stability and a potential upset.

With that being said, when it comes to kid’s kayaks, safety is a parent’s utmost concern. This translates into a boat with proper bulkheads and watertight hatches for positive buoyancy; and complete deck rigging with reflective piping for high visibility, gear storage for safety equipment (i.e. paddle float, pump, throw bag), as well as a way to grasp the boat prior to a wet entry.

Here at Frontenac Outfitters, we strive to carry the best designs with the highest degree of safety throughout our entire lineup of kayaks. This is no different when it comes to kid’s kayaks. And like all of our boats, we offer free test paddling of any kid’s kayak including gear that we stock!